Garden tools for seniors and adaptive gardening make it possible to enjoy gardening well into your golden years. Gardeners love their tools, and every gardener has at least one favorite tool they can’t garden without. But what happens when your favorite tool is no longer comfortable to use due to physical issues with your hands? Then what? Many senior gardeners report the older they get, their hands become weaker and less flexible. That's a problem because you need your hands to do literally every task in your garden. In fact, your hands are your most important gardening tools. The good news is when your hands aren’t working the way they always have, you don’t have to give up gardening. But you may have to adapt your gardening practices and use some different tools that make gardening more comfortable. That's what adaptive gardening is all about. It's using the right tools in the right ways to make gardening more comfortable for older and less physically able … [Read more...] about Garden Tools for Seniors
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Best Garden Pruners and Pruning Shears
Owning a pair of best garden pruners or pruning shears is essential for any gardener and homeowner. It doesn’t matter if you call them garden pruners or pruning shears. Those are simply two names for a handheld pair of garden clippers. But whatever you call them, owning a pair of the best garden pruners or pruning shears is essential for every gardener. Five Things to Look for in the Best Garden Pruners So, what should you look for when shopping for the best garden pruners? We’ve been using garden pruners for years, and these are the five things that qualify pair of pruning shears for the title of “best garden pruners.” Using these five criteria, we have tested pruning shears to determine those that qualify as best garden pruners for most gardeners. All of the garden pruners described below are available online from Amazon. Home Garden and Homestead is an Amazon affiliate, and we earn a small commission generated by the links in this story. Thanks for supporting this … [Read more...] about Best Garden Pruners and Pruning Shears
Gas vs. Electric Power Equipment
The choice between gas vs. electric power equipment continues to evolve. But one thing is certain: battery powered cordless electric power equipment keeps getting better. For homeowners and even professional landscapers, that makes it easier and easier to buy cordless electric power equipment. I know. As the editor of HomeGardenandHomestead.com, I am on the front line of the gas vs. electric power equipment battle. When I needed to replace my old gasoline powered lawn mower, I bought an EGO Power Self-Propelled Cordless Electric Mower. I replaced my gas-powered string trimmer for a battery-powered string trimmer. I also have a cordless electric leaf blower, too. So, I am firmly in the electric power equipment camp. I think battery powered tools are the future. In the decision between gas vs. electric power equipment, here are the reasons why I choose electric. Gas vs. Electric Power Equipment: Less Maintenance for Electric A cordless electric lawn mower, leaf blower … [Read more...] about Gas vs. Electric Power Equipment
A Spring Garden Jump Start in 12 Easy Steps
It's time for a spring garden jump start. There are gardening tasks to be done, and the growing season is coming. The grass is starting to green up, bulbs are peeking through the soil, and spring is around the corner. Gardening chores come fast and furious once warm weather hits. Sometimes you don’t have time to fit all the tasks in. A spring garden jump-start is a productive way to begin your gardening year. You can hit the ground running and get ahead of the season. That's why late winter is my favorite time to get many of the spring jobs done-- or at least get them started. It's a great way to reduce the springtime stress of too many gardening tasks to do. So what are we waiting for? Let's use these garden tips and get this spring garden jump start going! Step 1: Weeding My top priority in late winter/early spring is keeping weeds under control. Cold weather weeds such as chickweed and mustard are much easier to hand weed when small. Plus, the weeds haven’t gone to seed … [Read more...] about A Spring Garden Jump Start in 12 Easy Steps
Best Garden Tools Make Gardening Easier
Are the best garden tools in your tool shed? They should be! Every gardener and homesteader knows the joy of having great garden tools. The right tool makes the difference when you’re digging a hole, weeding a flower bed or pruning your favorite shrub. Let’s face it, having well-designed, well-made and truly great garden tools makes any garden or yard work job easier—and a whole lot more satisfying. From shovels to weeders and from pruners to watering accessories, garden tools help to keep plants healthy. And great garden tools keep the entire yard looking great. So, let’s give a big shout-out to the best garden tools. Let’s hear it for the yard and garden tools that are a pleasure to use because they get the job done. You'll love all these tools-- made well for years of hassle-free performance. Best Garden Tools The editors of Home, Garden and Homestead have been digging in the dirt and caring for plants longer than we care to admit. We’ve bought our share of discount … [Read more...] about Best Garden Tools Make Gardening Easier
